The post argues that volunteer work only makes sense when it clearly benefits the contributor, and that unfunded projects should secure money before recruiting artists.
Revenue share: The author says promises of a share in profits are no substitute for pay when a project has no funding or realistic chance of success.
Ask: The author suggests Blender Artists close its Volunteer Jobs section and move volunteer calls from non-profits, foundations and community initiatives to the Events section.
Stance: "Professional skills deserve professional compensation." Volunteering should stay a genuine choice, not an accepted alternative to paid work.
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The post argues that volunteer work only makes sense when it clearly benefits the contributor, and that unfunded projects should secure money before recruiting artists.